Lossiemouth Reviews and Ratings
(Scotland – East Coast, UK)
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Visitor reviews of Lossiemouth surf break
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“Began my surf journey here about 2 years ago. It's a top spot, really friendly group of surfing locals.'New Wave Surf School' offers lessons and has comprehensive supply of boards, suits etc. The owner Donald is very knowledgeable and helpful.
Large sandy beach, easy parking etc.”
Scott Mac from UNITED KINGDOM - 31 Oct 2020
Lossiemouth Ratings
Overall: 2.0. Based on 7 votes and 2 reviews. Vote
Quality on a good day: 3.0(1 star: Even when the swell and winds are optimum, the waves are poor quality, 5 stars: If conditions are right, the waves will be World Class). |
Consistency of Surf: 2.9(1: Lossiemouth is a fickle surf spot that only works a few times a year. 5: Reliable year-round spot). |
Regional Rating: 2.8(1: Lossiemouth is usually very poor quality compared to other spots in Scotland - East Coast. 5: the best break in Scotland - East Coast). |
Difficulty Level: 2.1(1: Suitable for Groms. 3: Intermediates. 5: Expert tow-in surfers only). |
Onshore Wind: 1.8(1: even a light onshore ruins the surf. 5: Lossiemouth can offer better rides with a light wind behind them). |
Other Options: 2.8(1: If wind or tide conditions are poor at Lossiemouth, it will be poor everywhere nearby. 5: other locations nearby provide a rich variety of wind and swell exposures). |
Wind and Kite Surfing: 3.0(1: An unsuitable spot. 5: Wind and wave conditions at Lossiemouth are often excellent). |
Water Quality: 2.4(1: Known health risks from pollution. 5: Never any pollution). |
Crowds: 3.4(1: Often too crowded. 5: Lossiemouth is an isolated spot where you are unlikely to meet other surfers). |
Access: 4.3(1: Getting to Lossiemouth requires an overland expedition or chartering a boat. 3: A 30 minute walk from the nearest parking. 5: Park a vehicle right by the break). |
Scenery: 4.3(1: An ugly industrial backdrop. 5: A spectacular setting). |
Local Attitude: 4.0(1: Locals are hostile to visitors. 5: Either there are no locals who surf, or else they are accommodating and friendly). |
Accommodation: 4.2(1: No convenient places to stay indoors. 5: A wide variety of accommodation near Lossiemouth for all budgets from hostels to luxury hotels). |
Camping: 4.0(1: Camping at Lossiemouth is not possible. 3: Camping tolerated but no facilities. 5: A nearby camp ground has excellent facilities and a good vibe). |
Entertainment: 3.6(1: Besides the surf and the solitude there is nothing to do when it is flat. 5: Lossiemouth is in such an interesting area to visit that getting wet is a bonus). |
Equipment and Repairs: 3.0(1: Nothing can be sourced, not even wax. 5: Quality surfing equipment can be purchased or hired. Major repairs can be fixed too). |
Eating: 4.4(1: Bring your own food, there isn't even a shop. 5: A wide variety of places to eat and drink at Lossiemouth, from fast food and cafes to fancy restaurants). |
Drinking: 4.8(1: Alcohol is not allowed in the country. 5: There is an excellent pub near Lossiemouth where you can stay or park a camper van overnight). |
“Lossiemouth: My local break.
Been surfing about a year now. Started there and haven't tried anywhere else yet. It's a totally safe bet for beginners if it's not too messy. Sand only on this beach, no rocks protruding from water, Nothing to hurt yourself with (except your board!)
There are 2 car parks you can use. Both are in really close proximity to the beach. Plenty of ice cream and chip shops to get munch. Few hotels and bars.
Lossiemouth is a 5 minute drive to closest city (Elgin) More than enough places to go out or stay the night if you find Lossie too small.
If you're after lessons then there is a surf school that's local. Enough equipment for a group.
Overall, great place for any level of surfing, providing the conditions are right, as with any break.”
waveshredder from UNITED KINGDOM - 08 Jun 2010
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